Starting May 7, 2026 we will be Meeting Westport Bowery Theater.
(Inside Westport Flea Market)
817 WESTPORT RD.
KANSAS CITY, MO
64111
RING 129. HEART OF AMERICA RING. Meets first Thursday of every month at AT BOWERY THEATER (BEHIND WESTPORT FLEA MARKET) 817 PENNSYLVANIA, KANSAS CITY, MO 64111 President: Kelly Rusk,
Ring 129 report for March 2026.
Note new meeting place, just down the block from our previous location.
On February 21st we held our annual contest for magician of the year, under a new format. Instead of having separate contests for stage and close-up acts, we combined the two into a single contest, which was made possible by using an overhead camera which enabled spectators to get a clear view of the close-up acts.
During an interview, David Copperfield was asked what one piece of advice he would give to a young magician. His advice was to take every opportunity
to perform. No matter the size or significance of the show, perform as much as you can. It is a given that sufficient time has been spent in practice
and rehearsal to achieve proficiency. But at some point we have to show a magic trick to an audience, whether one-on-one or a small group. It is these opportunities
to perform where we hone our routines and learn the real world lessons that only experience can teach us.
Please note that the ring dues for 2026 are now being accepted. Payments can be made online at Ring129.com or in person at the monthly ring meetings.
Ring 129 has an active Facebook group!
You’ll find news about upcoming meetings, events, lectures, and public shows and a community of magicians to discuss magic ideas and help encourage growth within our Kansas City magic community.
Come and check us out at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ring129